A popular free service at Apple retail stores, the “Today at Apple” classes, went virtual in 2020. These in-store sessions could return soon.
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US Government Still Wants an iOS Backdoor
Some thought efforts to force an iOS backdoor were over. In fact, Cupertino may have won the battle in 2016, but the war wages on. Jeff Butts outlines the latest stalled efforts, and how they are probably just a setback for the government.
Travel Tips, Wi-Fi Troubleshooting, and Dave Got Caught! — Mac Geek Gab 885
It’s always interesting when multiple listeners have the same problem, and today you can listen as John and Dave dig into issues with Mac minis and restarting. We think your two favorite geeks have the answer! And that’s what happens here, you ask questions, we provide answers… and Quick Tips… and Cool Stuff Found, too! Press play and enjoy learning at least five new things!
4 Alternatives to iCloud Photos That Don’t Scan Your Content
Does the thought of your Apple device scanning your iCloud Photos make you uneasy? Good news! Here are four private alternatives.
Wi-Fi Connects But Doesn't Work – Mac Geek Gab 883
Ever have a scenario where everything seems right but nothing IS right? That’s what’s happening with several different MGG listeners this week, each for several different reasons. Listen as John and Dave dig into these questions — and more! — as they diligently work to ensure everyone learns at least five new things. Quick Tips, Cool Stuff Found, and more round out the episode to be sure of that!
Totallee Offers Impressive 50% Off Sale for All Smartphone Cases
Starting today and valid until August 8 you can use a special promo code to get 50% off any product with totallee.
Apple Posts Record June Quarterly Revenues, Blowing Past Wall Street Expectations [Update]
Apple reported record June quarter revenues of US$81.4 billion on Tuesday, a 35% gain year-over-year and blowing past Wall Street consensus estimates of $73.3 billion. Apple also reported earnings per share (EPS) of $1.30, which was also well above Wall Street’s consensus of $1.01 EPS. [Updated with additional details.]
AAPL Hits Intra Day High of $150 Per Share, Reaches $US2.5 Trillion Market Cap
Apple was worth US$2.5 trillion dollars for a time on Thursday, as the AAPL stock price went as high as US$150, before closing slightly down.
iOS 15: Managing Your Scheduled Summary for Notifications
Notifications in iOS 15 are thinner in size and feature larger app icons and contact photos and can be grouped into a Scheduled Summary.
I Want My, I Want My, I Want My ... USB-C! — Mac Geek Gab 879
It’s a hot one, folks, and we’re not talking about the weather! This episode is chock full of great Cool Stuff Found, answers to your questions, and more. Topics include free tools to keep your Mac running smoothly, a way to get free data on your phone, invoicing solutions for consultants, a quick way to activate your flashlight, free VPNs to use, and much, much more! Press play and enjoy learning five new things with John and Dave, your two favorite geeks!
Try Out T-Mobile's Network For Free With eSIM
T-Mobile is offering iPhone users a new way to test drive its network by downloading an app that installs an eSIM.
Which Apple One Bundle is Right For You? [Updated]
As the year of free Apple TV+ offer comes to an end, a lot of users could save money by signing up to an Apple One bundle.
Consulting Advice, Quick Tips, and DSM 7.0 — Mac Geek Gab 878
If you’re a computer consultant, how do you manage your billing? Like many of you listening, Dave and John both spent time as consultants, too. Listen as they talk about some of the practices — and problems — they experienced! Synology’s DSM 7.0 is out, too, and you’re going to want to listen before you install. That, plus some Quick Tips, Photos, and even a few Cool Stuff Found items from the most recent Pepcom round out the episode. Press play and enjoy learning at least five new things!
Apple Unveils Today at Apple Creative Studios for Young Creatives in Los Angeles and Beijing
Apple is launching Today at Apple Creative Studios in Los Angeles and Beijing, with more locations to follow later in the year.
Hot Corners and Hot Flashes — Mac Geek Gab 877
It’s summer and it’s hot! That means it’s time to learn some tips about hot corners (on your Mac), hot flashes (on your iPhone), and more. Listen as John and Dave take you through answers to all of your questions, plus adding in some of your Quick Tips and Cool Stuff Found. Press play to listen and learn five new things along with your two favorite geeks!
New Bill Stops Apple Blocking Users From Removing Pre-Installed Apps
New antitrust legislation would stop Apple from blocking users who want to remove native apps from devices like iPhones
EU Tech Regulation Not "in Best Interests of Users," Says Tim Cook
Tim Cook has hit out a proposed European law that would force it to allow users to be able to install software not in the App Store.
HaaS: Hay as a Service – Mac Geek Gab 876
Listen as John and Dave share your Quick Tips about Safari Picture-in-Picture, the caveats of Finder’s Drag and Drop, Apple Remotes, and more. Lots of suggestions and ideas about note-taking and idea capturing on-the-go in the episode, many of them from y’all! Then your two favorite geeks even have time to answer a few questions, including a clever workaround for blocking SMS spam. Plus… HaaS folks! It’s gonna be big! Or at least amusing. Press play and enjoy learning at least five new things!
The iOS 15 Device Support List - Can You Run the New OS?
In one sentence: If you can run iOS 14 you can run iOS 15. The iOS 15 device support list includes iPhone 6s and later.
Juice Jackers and Battery Drainers – Mac Geek Gab 873
Ever heard of Juice Jacking? Neither had John nor Dave. No problem, though, they dug in and found everything you needed to know. That’s the beauty of Mac Geek Gab, too: you ask the questions and then your two favorite geeks dig and see what they can find. Press play and learn at least five new things about battery draining, external drives, M1 displays, backups, and more!
Offsite Backups, Blocking Scammers, Quick Tips, and More – Mac Geek Gab 872
As Apple users, we have lots of technology needs which extend beyond that which are made by the fruit company. Listen as your two favorite geeks share their thoughts and answers to your questions about Offsite Backups, Blocking Scammers, DVRing today’s video content, and much more. Press play and learn at least five new things along with Dave and John.
Apple 'is a Ruthless Bully', Says Spotify Chief Legal Officer
Spotify’s chief legal officer Horacio Gutierrez accused Apple of being “a ruthless bully” in a piece for The Wall Street Journal.
Spatial Audio With Dolby Atmos and Lossless Audio Comes to Apple Music
Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos is coming to Apple Music and the service’s entire library of tracks is also going to become available in Lossless audio.
Passwords, Mesh WiFi, Quick Tips, and More — Mac Geek Gab 871
You like tech? Wanna learn more? Listen as John and Dave answer your questions about what to get, how to set it up, how to fix it, and more! Of course, they round out the episode with some Quick Tips, Cool Stuff Found, and some productivity tools, too. Press play and enjoy learning at least five new things!